Fredericksburg, Va. — Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) is proud to announce that, through the generosity of its members, the Power of Change program has awarded $104,000 in grants to 39 organizations across its 22-county service area. Through this member-supported initiative, more than 34,000 REC members contribute directly to community projects by rounding up their electric bill each month, averaging just 52 cents. Together, these contributions are making a powerful difference for those in need.

The funding supports diverse projects, from emergency services, health care, and food security to education and programs for underserved populations. Notable initiatives include medical equipment upgrades for Flint Hill Volunteer Fire and Rescue, end-of-life care assistance by Hospice of the Piedmont, youth development through Girls on the Run of the Shenandoah Valley, support for underserved families by The Salvation Army, and essential resources for food pantries like the Beaverdam Food Pantry.

“These grants empower local organizations to continue their vital work, uplifting communities throughout the region”, explained Casey Hollins, managing director – communications and public relations for REC.

Local recipients of the Fall 2024 The Power of Change grant:

Forward Foundation (serving Hanover, Louisa and surrounding counties): $3,000

Beaverdam Food Pantry: $7,500

For a full list of Fall 2024 grant recipients, visit REC’s website.

How The Power of Change Works

• The Power of Change allows Cooperative members to give voluntarily to support nonprofits that do so much for those in need.
• Participants simply round up their electric bills to the next whole dollar.
• Twice a year, donations from The Power of Change are made available to 501(c)(3) nonprofits in our communities.  

Learn more and ENROLL today: thepowerofchange.org  

REC provides electric service to 180,000 connections in parts of 22 Virginia counties. With its general office in Fredericksburg, Va., the Cooperative operates and maintains more than 18,000 miles of power lines through its service area, which ranges from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the tidal waters of the Chesapeake Bay. For more information about REC, please visit www.myrec.coop. Follow REC on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.